Hook:
What if your summer could feel like an unforgettable English immersion retreat—full of serious learning and elite fun? At More Than English in Ludlow, that’s exactly what you get.
School Identity & Mission
- Name & Location
More Than English is an international residential summer school located at Moor Park School, just outside Ludlow, Shropshire, UK. More Than English+3More Than English+3More Than English+3 - Target Age & Seasonality
Programs run in summer (July–August) for students aged ~12–17. International School Parent+4world-camps.org+4marshallservices.it+4 - Philosophy & Positioning
More Than English positions itself as a boutique, campus-based international summer school with a cosy, high-attention environment. More Than English+4International School Parent+4More Than English+4
It aims to combine academic English, enrichment subjects (“Get Ahead” specialisms), leadership, sports and cultural immersion in a single package. More Than English+4More Than English+4world-camps.org+4
Campus & Facilities
- Moor Park Campus
The summer school operates on the 20-hectare Moor Park campus—a spacious, secure boarding school setting surrounded by countryside. world-camps.org+4More Than English+4More Than English+4 - Academic & Creative Facilities
Classrooms with interactive whiteboards | computer suites | art & design studios | drama / performance hall | modern shared rooms | WiFi throughout campus marshallservices.it+4More Than English+4More Than English+4 - Sports & Outdoor Facilities
Swimming pool, football & rugby pitches, tennis courts, AstroTurf pitch, on-site golf (9-hole, par-3) and close proximity to Ludlow Golf Club (18-hole) world-camps.org+3More Than English+3More Than English+3
The campus includes woods, a lake, lawns and outdoor activity areas. world-camps.org+3More Than English+3marshallservices.it+3 - Accommodation & Dining
Students live in same campus buildings (segregated boys/girls floors), generally 3–6 per room (mixed nationalities) More Than English+5marshallservices.it+5More Than English+5
Three dining rooms serve meals (with fresh, varied menus; special diets accommodated) marshallservices.it+3More Than English+3More Than English+3 - Student Welfare & Safety
High staff-to-student ratio (~1:4) ensures individual attention and safe supervision. More Than English+4marshallservices.it+4More Than English+4
Students are accompanied off-campus; free coach airport transfers included from Birmingham and Heathrow under certain schedules. More Than English+3More Than English+3More Than English+3
Programmes, Courses & Curriculum
Core & Enrichment Structure
- Core English / Academic Study (Mornings)
15 hours/week of English classes (language, advanced English, business & entrepreneurship, global leadership) More Than English+5More Than English+5More Than English+5 - Specialisms / “Get Ahead” Option (Afternoons)
10 hours/week from options like creative writing, performing arts, professional sports coaching (golf, tennis, basketball, football), film, dance, leadership modules world-camps.org+4More Than English+4More Than English+4 - Total Learning Load
~25 hours/week inclusive of both core and specialism classes (all included in the program fee) More Than English+2world-camps.org+2
Pedagogical Style & Conditions
- Immersive & Activity-based Learning
They emphasize practical tasks—presentations, discussions, projects, leadership challenges—rather than passive lectures. More Than English+3marshallservices.it+3More Than English+3 - Small Classes, Mixed Nationalities
Class sizes capped (~11 students) and nationality limits ensure cross-cultural interaction. More Than English+4marshallservices.it+4More Than English+4 - Integration with Local British Students
In some sessions, British (local) students join, to enhance immersion and cross-cultural mixing. marshallservices.it+2More Than English+2
Student Experience & Reviews
- Voices from Campus “The Moor Park school is marvellous… It’s really old and that makes it feel traditionally English. … really safe and comfortable.” More Than English
“I stayed in a big room … I met people of 13 different nationalities … making friendships … forever.” More Than English
“I recommend More Than English because it will expand the way you see the world.” International School Parent+1 - Parent Feedback “Great teacher, staff, food… my son was very happy and excited to be there.” More Than English
“Girls are really happy … they said they would have stayed one week more!!!” More Than English - Review Aggregates
WorldCamps describes More Than English as “UK’s most personalised programme … cosy atmosphere … deep immersion.” world-camps.org
International School Parent calls it a “boutique campus summer school … known for its cozy atmosphere, personalized approach.” International School Parent
Location, Culture & Lifestyle
- Ludlow & the Surroundings
Ludlow is a medieval market town in Shropshire, often praised as “probably the loveliest town in England.” Wikipedia
Narrow medieval streets, black-and-white Tudor houses, a castle, independent shops, festivals, riverside walks make it culturally rich and beautiful. More Than English+1 - Safety & Immersion
Because Ludlow is small, quiet, and safe, students can explore parts of town comfortably and engage with local communities. More Than English+1
Local residents are often keen to talk with students, boosting immersion. More Than English+1 - Proximity & Travel
From Ludlow you can reach Birmingham in ~1 h 15 mins, and Oxford, Bath within ~2–2.5 hours—opening possibilities for excursions. More Than English+3More Than English+3More Than English+3
The campus also offers free coach transfers from Birmingham Airport and from London Heathrow on certain schedules. More Than English+3More Than English+3More Than English+3
What Makes More Than English Stand Out
- Independent, boutique summer model
Unlike large chains, this program keeps student numbers limited (≤75) with personalized attention. world-camps.org+3marshallservices.it+3More Than English+3 - Choice & flexibility
Students choose their Subject + Specialism streams, allowing them to shape their own summer learning path. More Than English+2More Than English+2 - Strong safety & welfare standards
High staff-to-student ratio, full supervision, and integrated airport transfer service. More Than English+2More Than English+2 - Campus lifestyle & immersion
Everything lives and learns on the same campus—students speak English throughout the day, partaking in global student community life. world-camps.org+2More Than English+2 - All-inclusive pricing
Tuition, accommodation, meals, excursions, activities, insurance, transfers are bundled. More Than English+2More Than English+2
A trade-off is that More Than English is seasonal only (summer), rather than a full-year language school. It is best suited for teenage immersion, not adult year-round study. Also, standard English exam preparation (e.g. IELTS) may be secondary to the enrichment model.
Practical Details: Fees, Enrollment & Logistics
- Dates & Prices (2025)
Inclusive packages range from ~ £3,350 for 2 weeks to ~ £7,100 for 4 weeks. More Than English+1
These prices include 15 hours of core English, 10 hours specialisms, full activity programme, excursions, meals, accommodation, insurance, and some transfers. marshallservices.it+3More Than English+3More Than English+3 - Minimum Stay & Booking
Minimum: 1 week (subject to availability) More Than English+2More Than English+2
Courses start weekly between mid-July and early August. More Than English+2world-camps.org+2
A deposit is required; full payment deadlines apply. More Than English+1 - Travel & Transfers
Free coach transfers from Birmingham Airport (1h20m) and from Heathrow (2h30) for supported flight times. More Than English+2More Than English+2
Support for unaccompanied minors: staff meet and escort children as needed. More Than English+2More Than English+2
Moor Park’s address: Moor Park, Ludlow, SY8 4DZ. More Than English+2More Than English+2 - Contact & Directors
Office: +44 1584 812562 | Email: info@morethanenglish.co.uk More Than English+1
Directors: Claire Norwood, David Meddows More Than English+2marshallservices.it+2
Envision Your Summer Experience
You arrive at Moor Park on a sunny Sunday and settle into your shared dorm with students from several countries. Next morning, you follow the timetable: core English class in the morning, then you pursue your specialism (e.g. film-making, leadership, tennis). In the afternoon, the full activity schedule calls—maybe kayaking on the lake, drama workshop, or sports. At evenings, there are cultural nights, showcase performances, and excursions to Oxford or Bath. Over weeks, English becomes your built-in language, used in all conversations. You leave not only more fluent, but more confident, connected, and enriched.
